Terry Lee Flaugher, 68, passed away Oct. 28th, 2026, at Kindred Hospital in St. Louis. He was born in Portales, NM to William and Martha (Albert) Flaugher on March 13th, 1958.
He is survived by his four siblings: Brian (Karen) Flaugher, Diana (Shawn) Latch, Sonja Mortsfield, and Merlene Flaugher-Goff (Timothy Halbin); ex-brother-in-law: Timothy (Emily) Goff; lifelong best friend: Jack Freely; and several nieces and nephews, that he loved like children of his own.
He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; and nephew: Lucas Mortsfield.
Terry was a proud veteran of the Air Force. He worked as a diesel mechanic for most of his adult life. He loved model airplanes, going hunting, and traveling. One of his greatest joys came from spending time with his family, especially spending time outdoors with his mom on the farm.
A celebration of life will take place at 12:00 pm on Saturday November 14th, 2026, at Sutherland-Rankin Funeral Home. A time of visitation will be held from 11:00 am till the time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Stroke Foundation and will be accepted at Sutherland-Rankin Funeral Home, PO Box 97, Salem, Illinois, 62881. Online condolences may be made at www.sutherlandfuneralhome.com or Sutherland-Rankin Facebook page.
